Spring Emergence along the Cache la Poudre River

 05/10/2025  |  12:30 PM - 03:30 PM
  Riverbend Ponds Natural Area

Natural Discoveries

When: Saturday, May 10th, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Where: Riverbend Ponds Natural Area. Meet at Sharp Point Drive parking lot (just east of OCR on south side of Prospect Road) for a 3 mile easy walk. Activity Description: Join naturalist Rob Pickett as we explore the ponds and woodlands that provide habitat for many waterfowl and mammals. Eastern species can be found as far West as along this stretch of the Poudre River, including white-tailed deer and eastern cotton-tailed rabbits. Early wildflowers will also be sought out. Accessibility: Program takes place outside and along an ADA accessible trail. Accessible bathrooms and parking available. Hike of up to 0.5 mile, easy. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact [email protected] or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring sunscreen, a hat if you want one, closed-toe, sturdy shoes for outdoor observations, and plenty of water.

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Thank you Fort Collins and Larimer County voters! Your support of citizen-initiated sales taxes makes land conservation and educational activities like this possible.

Lauren Hennessey

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Public Engagement Specialist 

City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department

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